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Army Competition Board Essentials AR 600-9

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This flashcard covers AR 600-9, the regulation that governs the Army Body Composition Program. It sets the standards for height, weight, and body fat to ensure soldiers maintain physical readiness and a professional appearance.

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What regulation covers the Army Body Composition Program?

AR 600-9

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Definition

What regulation covers the Army Body Composition Program?

AR 600-9

What does ABCP stand for?

Army Body Composition Program

What is the primary objective of the ABCP?

To ensure all soldiers achieve and maintain optimal well-being and performance under all circumstances.

What is the function of a designated unit fitness training NCO or MFT?

Prescribe proper exercise and fitness techniques.
Assist commanders in developing physical fitness programs.
Train other NCOs in proper measu...

How often will Soldiers be screened IAW AR 600-9?

Will be screened every 6 months.

What is the only authorized method of estimating body fat?

Circumference-based tape method

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TermDefinition

What regulation covers the Army Body Composition Program?

AR 600-9

What does ABCP stand for?

Army Body Composition Program

What is the primary objective of the ABCP?

To ensure all soldiers achieve and maintain optimal well-being and performance under all circumstances.

What is the function of a designated unit fitness training NCO or MFT?

Prescribe proper exercise and fitness techniques.
Assist commanders in developing physical fitness programs.
Train other NCOs in proper measuring methodology.

How often will Soldiers be screened IAW AR 600-9?

Will be screened every 6 months.

What is the only authorized method of estimating body fat?

Circumference-based tape method

What are some of the consequences of the Soldier being flagged for body fat?

They are non-promotable.
They will not be assigned to command positions.
They are not authorized to attend military schools and institutional training courses.

Where do you tape a male?

Neck and abdomen

Where do you tape a female?

neck, waist, and hip

How often must commanders conduct an assessment to measure Soldier weight loss progress?

Every 30 days.

When a soldier is separated due to the ABCP, what is their characterization of service?

Honorable discharge